2Giraffen

Strengths

• Pedagogical practice aligns with the stated policy, including mentorship
• All staff members hold valid Certificate of Good Conduct (VOG) certificates and are properly registered in the Childcare Personnel Register
• Staff-to-child ratios were in order on all assessed days
• Children are placed in clear fixed groups with permanent staff members
• The domestic violence and child abuse reporting protocol is adequate and staff are trained
• The accommodation is appropriately furnished for the number and age of the children
• A safe sleeping policy is in place and meets the requirements

Violations

• The safety and health policy lacked concrete descriptions of risks regarding children going missing, falling from height, and drowning during outings for the daycare center

Summary

Daycare center (kinderdagverblijf/KDV) 2Giraffen in 's-Gravenhage, part of Stichting Kinderopvang 2Samen, was inspected on 30 June 2026 by the Municipal Health Service (GGD) Haaglanden. The location provides care for a maximum of 34 children (0-4 years) according to the Montessori vision. Overall, the location meets the statutory requirements well. The practice aligns with the pedagogical policy, staff-to-child ratios are in order, and the accommodation is appropriately furnished. One violation was identified in the Safety and Health domain: the safety and health policy lacked concrete descriptions of risks regarding children going missing, falling from height, and drowning during outings. Following a recovery offer, the holder amended the policy on 7 July 2026, after which the requirements were met. The GGD advises no enforcement action.